Author: Emily Anthes
Guillain-Barré Syndrome and the Johnson & Johnson Vaccine: What to Know
The link between the rare neurological disorder and the Johnson & Johnson Covid-19 vaccine may be real, but the risk appears to be very small.
Breath-Based Coronavirus Tests Are Being Developed
“It’s clear now, I think, that you can detect this disease with a breath test,” said one scientist.
Why More People Are Getting Two Different Coronavirus Vaccines
Several countries are allowing mix-and-match inoculation, which scientists hope will have benefits, and Chancellor Angela Merkel of Germany is among those to get it.
Musical Chairs? Why Swapping Seats Could Reduce Orchestra Aerosols.
Moving super-spreading instruments, like the trumpet, closer to air vents could limit the aerosol buildup on stage, according to a new study.
Covid’s Delta Variant: What We Know
The variant is gaining traction worldwide. But vaccines are driving down coronavirus case numbers in the U.S., and it’s unclear whether Delta will reverse that trend.
How to Reopen Offices Safely
Flush the taps, focus on indoor air quality and consider getting creative about staff schedules.
How the ‘Wandering Meatloaf’ Got Its Rock-Hard Teeth
The dentition of the gumboot chiton, a lumbering mollusk, contains a rare mineral never before seen in a living animal.
Moderna Says Its Covid Vaccine Is Effective for 12- to 17-Year-Olds
If approved, Moderna’s vaccine would become the second Covid-19 vaccine available to U.S. adolescents.